TalkTools Jaw Grading Bite Blocks™ (Red)
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The graduated set builds symmetrical jaw strength, stability, and grading, and clinicians use it to assess and treat clients whose weak jaw musculature shows up during speech sound production or feeding. The hard, textured surface delivers proprioceptive feedback while supporting treatment of dysarthria, apraxia, dyspraxia, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs), and tethered oral tissues (TOTs). Therapy Goals Promote symmetrical jaw strength and stability through controlled bite resistance across a graduated six-level hierarchy Build jaw grading skills for controlled, symmetrical jaw opening and closing during feeding and speech sound production Address reduced jaw mobility, jaw sliding, or jaw jutting patterns in clients with weak jaw musculature Facilitate assessment and treatment of articulation, phonation, apraxia, dysarthria, and dyspraxia using graded jaw resistance Support treatment of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) and tethered oral tissues (TOTs) Establish jaw stability as the foundation for independent tongue and lip movement in speech and feeding therapy Key Benefits TalkTools bestseller: backed by extensive clinical history in OPT programs worldwide Hard, textured bite surface: provides proprioceptive feedback and resistance for targeted jaw strengthening and stability work Complete graduated hierarchy: two sets of six Bite Blocks support progressive jaw grading therapy Reusable, durable construction: supports long-term clinical and home-based use Instruction booklet included: supports therapist-guided implementation Broad clinical applicability: used with dysarthria, apraxia, dyspraxia, OMDs, and TOTs Ideal for: Children and adults with dysarthria, apraxia, or dyspraxia affecting jaw function during speech and feeding Clients with Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) or tethered oral tissues (TOTs) Clients presenting with reduced jaw mobility, jaw sliding, or jaw jutting during feeding or speech Speech-language pathologists implementing OPT or Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) programs Occupational therapists supporting oral motor and feeding development Feeding therapists addressing jaw stability and grading in clinical and home settings Private practice, school-based, early intervention, and clinic settings What's Included 2 x sets of 6 Jaw Grading Bite Blocks (12 Bite Blocks total) 1 x TalkTools original instruction booklet Product Details SKU 1521 Color Red Surface Hard and textured Material BPA-free, FDA-compliant plastic Set contents 2 sets of 6 graduated Bite Blocks Safety FDA compliant, BPA-free, latex-free Program use Part of the TalkTools Bite Block Hierarchy; used in OPT and OMT programs Also available TalkTools Sensory Friendly Bite Blocks (Purple, softer material) Care Instructions Before first use: wash with mild soap and warm water; rinse thoroughly After each use: wash with mild soap and warm water, or clean with a medical-grade surface disinfectant Do not autoclave or subject to boiling water Not recommended for dishwasher use Do not use abrasive cleaners or harsh chemical disinfectants that may damage the surface texture Inspect before every use; dispose of any Bite Block at the first sign of cracking, chipping, or deterioration Warning: Use with adult supervision at all times. Not recommended for unsupervised use. Inspect the product before every use and dispose of it properly at the first sign of damage or deterioration. 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